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Maps / 2 weeks ago
Ireland’s population map reveals a dramatic shift from 1841 to now
Ireland’s shifting population landscape has returned to global attention after a new comparative map reveals how dramatically the island’s demographic profile has changed since the mid-19th century. Ireland’s shifting population landscape has returned to global attention after a new comparative map reveals how dramatically the island’s demographic profile has changed since the mid-19th century. The visual, which differs from census data from 1841 with figures from 2020, highlights what historians and economists describe as one of Europe’s most significant population transformations, rooted in famine, migration and the long-term pull of urban growth.
Maps / 17 weeks ago
Ireland vs South Korea: Two countries that look alike on the map but different
An infographic from The World in Maps overlays the outline of Ireland on the Korean Peninsula, showing how the two countries have remarkably similar north–south silhouettes. Beyond their shapes, however, South Korea and Ireland diverge sharply in terms of geography, population, and economy. South Korea spans about 100,222 km² and has around 51.2 million people (2025), ranking as the world’s 29th‑most‑populous country. Ireland covers roughly 69,947 km² and has 5.34 million residents.
Technology / 41 weeks ago
An overview of Europe's medical technology employment landscape
The European medical technology industry is a significant employer, with a substantial workforce driving innovation and growth in the sector, according to MedTech Europe. The medical technology industry in Europe directly employs over 880,000 people, accounting for approximately 0.36% of total employment in the region. This significant workforce is distributed across various countries, with Germany having the highest absolute number of people employed in medical technology.
Politics / 1 year ago
Top 10 most peaceful countries in the world in 2023
Despite the prevalence of wars and insurgencies across the globe, many countries still enjoy a continuous state of peace. According to the 2023 Global Peace Index (GPI), several nations are making significant efforts to maintain the peace they experience daily.
